We can help

Sometimes when a relationship breaks down, you’re simply not in the right place to sit down with the other parent and agree a suitable arrangement. A solicitor helps you do that. Not all cases automatically go to Court, and indeed we try to avoid that as much as possible.

Court Orders

If your case does progress to court, there are a number of different “orders”. The most common ones are:

• Residence Order - this decides where your child will live, it may result in the child or children staying with one parent full time, or splitting their time between both parent’s homes.
• Contact Order – This type of order dictates how long, and how frequently the non-resident parent can see the children.
• Parental Responsibility Order - This grants someone, often an unmarried father not listed on the child’s birth certificate, the legal right to be involved in decisions about the child’s upbringing

The Court can also make a Prohibited Steps Order which prevents a parent from a particular of action e.g. removing a child from the country, or a Specific Issue Order which makes a ruling on a matter in dispute e.g. the choice of school for a child.

Social Services

In some cases, social services can become involved because they are worried about a child’s welfare. It’s essential that if this happens, you take legal advice as soon as possible. We understand how worrying this can be, and we will ensure that your side of the case is put across in the best possible manner.

Costs and Fees

We offer fixed fee costs and legal aid for child law issues, to find out more you can request a call back in the box above. We offer a number of payment options, which will allow you to pay as your case progresses.
Don’t forget that if you are taken to Court by Social Services, you will be entitled to Legal Aid regardless of your circumstances.
We don’t want the costs to be a barrier to you getting the right advice and representation. So, we will work with you as much as possible.